Prerequisites

All applicants to the Psy.D. program must have a minimum of a bachelor's degree in psychology or another field. For those students applying to the PsyD Program that do not have an undergraduate, or graduate, degree in psychology we do look for the following courses as prerequisites: Introductory Psychology, Psychopathology/Abnormal Psychology, Personality Theory, Learning OR Cognitive Psychology, Social Psychology, and either Behavioral Statistics OR Research Methods in a Social Science. These courses do not have to be completed prior to applying, but would need to be completed prior to starting the program if accepted. These courses can be completed at any accredited institution including most community colleges and even some online programs.

The above mentioned prerequisite courses are not only essential for readiness for doctoral study, but it is important to note that an outcome goal of the program is to adequately prepare the student for success in passing the National Licensure Examination in Psychology. A solid preparation in the breadth of psychology is essential for assisting the student in meeting this goal.

Students entering the program with a master's degree may be eligible to begin the program at the second year of the curriculum, if they have completed graduate coursework that is equivalent to the required curriculum listed for the first year of the program.

*Questions related to the program's accredited status should be directed to the Commission on Accreditation: